2001 BMW Compact vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 48 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, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | Compact | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
