1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 50 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Metropolitan | ML |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
