1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1960 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Metropolitan | XF |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2908 mm |