1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, both 1974 Datsun 260Z and 1974 Humber Sceptre were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 108 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Datsun | Humber |
| Model | 260Z | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
