1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1970 Porsche 908
To start off, 1970 Porsche 908 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 908 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 908 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 1970 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Hudson | Porsche |
Model | Italia Coupe | 908 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |