1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 393 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Humber Sceptre | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Sceptre | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
