1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hudson | Porsche |
| Model | Super Jet | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
