1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 652 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hudson |
| Model | Eldorado | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
