1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 46 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 14 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | Z8 | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
