1986 BMW M6 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 33 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, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | M6 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
