1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hudson | Porsche |
| Model | Italia Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
