1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 189 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 250 GTE | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
