2008 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 320 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
