1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 20 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 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | 450 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
