1992 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 148 kg more than 1992 BMW 325.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 325 | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
