1998 BMW 316 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 41 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 180 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | BMW | Packard |
Model | 316 | Patrician |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |