2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Humber |
| Model | D8 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
