1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | CLS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
