1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 763 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.
Because 1968 Humber Sceptre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Venza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
