1997 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 40 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, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | AC | Packard |
Model | Cobra | Patrician |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |