1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 894 kg more than 1959 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
| Model | Metropolitan | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
