1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 25 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Humber |
| Model | Longchamp | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3330 mm |
