1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 481 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Pullman | XJ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
