1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1956 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Metropolitan | 350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2870 mm |
