1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 237 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Hudson | Pontiac |
| Model | Super Jet | GTO |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
