1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 34 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1366 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Humber | Lincoln |
| Model | Sceptre | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 114 L |
