2008 BMW 550 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 550 | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3303 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
