1986 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 29 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 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Citroen BX, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Citroen | Packard |
| Model | BX | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
