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Performance & Classic Car Data
The Saloon version of the Hornet model has a 5047 cc (307.9 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Hudson Hornet 308 5L has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Hornet's 5047 cc (307.9 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 170 bhp (126 kW) @ 3800 rpm.
The Hudson Hornet produces torque measuring 278 lb-ft (376.9 Nm) @ 2600 rpm.
The Hornet weighs around 1801 kg (3970 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 94.3 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 154.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Hudson Hornet 308 5L - [1954] has a top speed of 106 mph (170.5 kph)
This Hornet accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 12.20 seconds or 0-100kph in 12.6s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 15.34 seconds with a trap speed of 75.5 mph.
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