1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 53 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 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Humber | Lexus |
| Model | Pullman | IS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
