1998 GMC Safari vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 GMC Safari.
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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
Make | GMC | Humber |
Model | Safari | Pullman |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |