1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 36 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Italdesign | Packard |
| Model | Nazca | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |
