1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | 420 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
