1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1972 Humber Sceptre and 1972 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 758 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Humber Sceptre | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Humber | Jensen |
Model | Sceptre | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 6275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |