1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 743 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Humber Sceptre | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Sceptre | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |