1999 BMW 529 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 46 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, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 BMW 529.
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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
Make | BMW | Humber |
Model | 529 | Pullman |
Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |