1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Packard | Mazda |
| Model | Patrician | 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2789 mm |
