2003 Ford GT vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 79 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | GT | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
