1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Humber Pullman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pullman | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
