1957 Packard Patrician vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Packard | Porsche |
Model | Patrician | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2270 mm |