1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 140 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Humber Pullman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pullman | CL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4138 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |