1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 55 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, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Humber Pullman | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Pullman | 530 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |