1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 408 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | Mondial | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
