1962 BMW 700 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 700 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2170 mm |
