1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 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 34 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 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 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Hudson | BMW |
Model | Super Wasp | Z4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |