1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Metropolitan | XKR |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |