2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | F-250 | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
