2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Humber |
| Model | 300 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
