1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 52 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Pullman | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
