1977 Holden GTS vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 24 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | GTS | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3330 mm |
