2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 46 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1765 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Bentley | Hudson |
| Model | Arnage | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2170 mm |
