1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 29 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 178 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Humber | Marcos |
| Model | Sceptre | TSO |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
