1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1976 Humber Sceptre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1976 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Humber | Maserati |
| Model | Sceptre | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
