1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 54 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, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Packard Patrician | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Packard | BMW |
| Model | Patrician | X5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2934 mm |
