1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 100 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | SL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2040 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 |
