1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 844 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrician | Touareg |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 549 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |