1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 617 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pullman | CC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
