1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 30 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 183 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Humber Sceptre | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Humber | Koenigsegg |
Model | Sceptre | CC8S |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |