1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 50 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Hudson | Lexus |
| Model | Italia Coupe | LS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |
