1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 59 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1360 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
Model | Super Jet | Silverado |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4018 mm |