1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Pullman | XJ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
