1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 494 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1970 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Mustang | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
