1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 925 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
| Model | Metropolitan | XJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2920 mm |
