1979 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 833 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1968 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | Buick | Humber |
Model | Electra | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |