1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 52 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Packard | Saturn |
Model | Patrician | Sky |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2420 mm |