2001 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 45 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 835 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | M3 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
