1988 BMW 535 vs. 1972 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 BMW 535 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1972 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 535 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
