2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 553 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1631 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1961 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Bentley | Hudson |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
