1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Humber Sceptre | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Sceptre | XJR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
