1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Hudson Mercedes-Benz
Model Italia Coupe E
Year Released 1954 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3303 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 120.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 153 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2720 mm


 

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