1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 60 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 657 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super Jet | CL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | TBD |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2955 mm |
