1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 371 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hudson |
| Model | Vantage | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
