2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 291 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hudson |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
