1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 NSU 1000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Humber Pullman (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Humber | NSU |
| Model | Pullman | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
