1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Continental | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Bentley | Hudson |
Model | Continental | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2170 mm |