1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 49 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) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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, 2006 Rover 75, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Packard | Rover |
Model | Patrician | 75 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 549 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |