2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 113 kg more than 1970 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Silverado | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
