1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 56 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, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Hudson | BMW |
Model | Italia Coupe | 325 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |