1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 Packard Patrician. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrician | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |