1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Pullman | XKR |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| 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 | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
