1973 BMW 525 vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | BMW | Hudson |
Model | 525 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |