1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 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 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 706 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Humber | Saab |
| Model | Pullman | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
