1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 171 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Humber | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pullman | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
