1973 BMW 3 vs. 1976 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1976 Humber Sceptre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1976 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1976 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 3 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
