2005 Holden Monaro vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 52 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 538 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | Monaro | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3330 mm |
