1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 730 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Humber | Jensen |
| Model | Sceptre | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
