1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2000 Porsche 3400
To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 47 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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (310 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 3400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (359 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 3400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 2000 Porsche 3400 has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Porsche 3400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2000 Porsche 3400 | |
| Make | Hudson | Porsche |
| Model | Super Wasp | 3400 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
