1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 52 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, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 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 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Hudson | BMW |
| Model | Italia Coupe | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
