2006 Ford GT vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 396 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | GT | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
