1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 718 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Humber Sceptre | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Humber | Aston Martin |
Model | Sceptre | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |