1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1403 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Humber | Bentley |
| Model | Sceptre | Continental |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
