1951 Humber Pullman vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1951 Humber Pullman. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1951 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Humber Pullman weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
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:
| 1951 Humber Pullman | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Humber | Panoz |
| Model | Pullman | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2700 mm |
