1953 Ford 12 M vs. 1948 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1953 Ford 12 M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,086 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Humber Pullman (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford 12 M.
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:
1953 Ford 12 M | 1948 Humber Pullman | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | 12 M | Pullman |
Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3330 mm |