1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 59 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Humber Pullman | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Pullman | 535 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.6 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 | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |