1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1961 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1961 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Metropolitan | SL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
