1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1959 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Bristol | Hudson |
| Model | 411 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2170 mm |
