1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2005 Spyker C8
To start off, 2005 Spyker C8 is newer by 48 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Spyker C8.
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 | 2005 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Packard | Spyker |
| Model | Patrician | C8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6135 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
