1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 7 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 250 GTO | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3240 mm |
