1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Metropolitan | S |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |