1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 13 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | BMW | Hudson |
Model | 1600 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |