1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 50 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | Viano |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
