1998 Ford Contour vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 45 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, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 729 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Contour | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
