1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 38 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 128 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
