1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 990 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Metropolitan | XJR |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |