2000 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 43 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Audi | Packard |
Model | A8 | Patrician |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |