1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | CLK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
