1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 56 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 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 136 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
| Model | Super Jet | XJ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
