1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1180 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Metropolitan | E |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
