1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 128 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.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Humber Sceptre | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Humber | McLaren |
Model | Sceptre | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |