1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
