1949 Buick 40 vs. 1951 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1951 Humber Pullman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Humber Pullman. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1951 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Humber Pullman weights approximately 167 kg more than 1949 Buick 40.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 1951 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | 40 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2032 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3330 mm |
