1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pullman | Vito |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
