2000 Audi S8 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Audi | Packard |
Model | S8 | 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 | 247 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |