2009 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1972 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 525 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
