2000 Audi S8 vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 43 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Audi | Hudson |
| Model | S8 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
