1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 41 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1969 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1478 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Humber Sceptre | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Humber | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sceptre | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
