1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
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 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Humber | Jensen |
| Model | Pullman | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2410 mm |
