1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, both 1974 Humber Sceptre and 1974 Lamborghini Countach were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 328 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 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Humber Sceptre 1974 Lamborghini Countach
Make Humber Lamborghini
Model Sceptre Countach
Year Released 1974 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1725 cc 4753 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 420 HP
Torque 123 Nm 411 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 69.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 992 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2460 mm


 

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