1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 36 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 823 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Sceptre | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
