1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 400 | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
