1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 41 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | Statesman | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3330 mm |
