1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 16 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super Wasp | E |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
