1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 768 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 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Sceptre | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
