1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 51 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 930 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Metropolitan | XKR |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |