1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 56 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), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Pullman | XK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| 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 | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
