1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 149 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Hudson | Cadillac |
| Model | Super Wasp | CTS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
