1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1085 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Metropolitan | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3090 mm |
