1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 843 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Sceptre | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
