1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 54 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
