1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 20 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 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 785 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Sceptre | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
