2009 BMW 650 vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Humber Sceptre. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1965 Humber Sceptre has manual transmission. 1965 Humber Sceptre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 650 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
