1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 60 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 281 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Hudson | Maserati |
Model | Super Wasp | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |