2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1976 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1976 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 612 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
