How can we visit the 1950's and not mention The Fabulous Hudson Hornet? What makes this car so special that even a recent movie featured it? If not fimiliar with this piece of American history, the reasons are surprising. In all, three Hornets were used in the newly formed NASCAR series. The car literally dominated the events for three years.
What powered this auto that all the others chased? The answer will knock your socks off. A six cylinder engine, tuned for makimum output was under the hood. This high revving powerplant coupled with a low center of gravity was like a rail car on tracks. You don't have to have the biggest, most powerful engine to be the fastest competitor. Handling will make up for the rest. Piloted by legendary drivers Marshall Teague and Herb Thomas, the little Hornet won the largest portions of races from 1951 to 1954. Makes you wonder what the other drivers were thinking knowing there was only a straight six under the hood.
The car resurfaced recently with a leading role in a major motion picture production. Doc Hudson was the wise older doctor and judge who through the film slowly reveals himself as the original Fabulous Hudson Hornet. Humility is learned form the hot shot Corvette, Lighting McQueen, and all is well in the town of Radiator Springs at the end of the movie.
A NASCAR record that stands to this day, and a major role in a film. Who does'nt just love this car?
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