1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | E |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
