1994 BMW 520 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | BMW | Hudson |
Model | 520 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |