1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
Model | 250 GTO | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |