2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 44 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 950 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.
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 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 456M | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
