1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 57 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | SL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
