1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 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 48 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Expedition | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 77 L |
