2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 287 kg more than 1973 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1973 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Expedition | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
