2007 BMW 760 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 44 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 981 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1963 Humber Sceptre has manual transmission. 1963 Humber Sceptre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 760 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |
