2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1954 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 360 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
