2006 BMW M3 vs. 1949 Hudson Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Hudson Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Hudson Commodore would be higher. At 4,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Hudson Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1949 Hudson Commodore. (128 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Hudson Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Hudson Commodore weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1949 Hudson Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | M3 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3160 mm |
