1971 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 1 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 38 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1970 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | BMW | Humber |
Model | Touring | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |