1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1743 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Humber | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sceptre | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
