1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 958 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 878 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
