1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 54 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 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 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Hudson | Ferrari |
| Model | Italia Coupe | F430 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
