1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 46 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 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 2003 Proton 400 | |
Make | Packard | Proton |
Model | Patrician | 400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2510 mm |