1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 53 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (368 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician.
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 | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Packard | Hyundai |
| Model | Patrician | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2936 mm |
