1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 3 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
