1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1143 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Sceptre | 535 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
