1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 58 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, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Humber Pullman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Pullman | X3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
