1998 Audi S8 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | S8 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3240 mm |
