1999 Audi R8 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Audi | Humber |
| Model | R8 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
