1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 358 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Sceptre | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
