2005 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 820 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 325 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
