2004 BMW M6 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 48 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 975 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | BMW | Hudson |
Model | M6 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |