1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Metropolitan | 450 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2820 mm |