1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Humber |
| Model | D8 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3330 mm |
