2008 BMW X3 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 55 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, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | X3 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
