1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 44 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1061 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Humber | Hyundai |
| Model | Sceptre | Equus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
