1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 998 kg more than 1971 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 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Humber | Alpina |
| Model | Sceptre | B7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
