1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 56 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 924 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 319 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Hudson | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Super Wasp | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
