1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 38 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 89 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 641 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Packard |
Model | GTV | Patrician |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |