2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 151 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 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Falcon | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 47 L |
