1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 960 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Metropolitan | S |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3090 mm |