1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 823 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Humber Sceptre | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Sceptre | 6 series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |