1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 301 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super Wasp | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
