1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 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), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 673 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Sceptre | XJR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| 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 | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
