1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 56 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.
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 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | Patrician | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3505 mm |
