1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 30 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 334 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Humber | Samsung |
| Model | Sceptre | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
