1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500 (441 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Italia Coupe | E500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
