1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman

To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 40 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Donkervoort S8 1953 Humber Pullman
Make Donkervoort Humber
Model S8 Pullman
Year Released 1993 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4138 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1770 mm


 

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