2008 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | X5 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
