1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
