1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1968 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 62 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1968 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 1502 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
