1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 35 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1533 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.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Humber | Bentley |
| Model | Sceptre | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
