1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 953 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Humber | Lexus |
| Model | Sceptre | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
