2002 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 755 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 330 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
