1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 60 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 187 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Humber | Cadillac |
| Model | Pullman | CTS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
