1988 BMW 535 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 29 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 790 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.
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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | BMW | Hudson |
Model | 535 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |