1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Corvette | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3330 mm |
