1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 532 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Humber Pullman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Pullman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
