1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | SL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
