1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 683 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Humber | Volvo |
| Model | Pullman | C30 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2640 mm |
