1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 51 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 683 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Packard | Toyota |
Model | Patrician | Camry |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 549 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |