1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 558 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Camaro | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
