1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Humber | Pontiac |
| Model | Pullman | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2750 mm |
