1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 599 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pullman | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
