2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Lumina | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
