1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 39 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 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 750 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 512 TR | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1489 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
