2007 BMW X5 vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1281 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.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | X5 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
