1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 756 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.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hudson | Porsche |
| Model | Super Wasp | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
