1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 37 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 238 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Humber Sceptre | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Humber | Pagani |
| Model | Sceptre | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
