2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Corvette | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 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 | 1078 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
