2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | DB9 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
