1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 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 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | De Tomaso | Humber |
Model | Pantera | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |