1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 34 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), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1084 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Humber | Land Rover |
Model | Sceptre | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
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 | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |