1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 222 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hudson |
Model | Longchamp | Super Jet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 120.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |