2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 550 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
