1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vector M12 weights approximately 31 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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 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 | 2000 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Hudson | Vector |
| Model | Super Wasp | M12 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
