1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 338 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Humber Sceptre | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Camry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
