2009 Audi R8 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 56 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Humber Pullman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Audi | Humber |
| Model | R8 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
