1979 Datsun 280 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 26 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, 1979 Datsun 280 (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun 280 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 868 kg more than 1979 Datsun 280.
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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Datsun | Humber |
| Model | 280 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3330 mm |
