1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 492 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Humber | Land Rover |
| Model | Pullman | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
