1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 801 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super Wasp | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
