2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 453 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1960 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, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | BMW | Hudson |
Model | Alpina | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2170 mm |