1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 190 kg more than 1953 Humber Pullman. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Express | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3330 mm |
