1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 59 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 206 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Hudson | BMW |
Model | Super Wasp | 335 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2979 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 | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |