1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 55 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana.
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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Packard | GMC |
| Model | Patrician | Savana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3429 mm |
