1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 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), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 875 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Metropolitan | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| 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 | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
