1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 576 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Hudson | Porsche |
Model | Super Wasp | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2895 mm |