2000 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician

To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 1956 Packard Patrician
Make BMW Packard
Model 325 Patrician
Year Released 2000 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 6135 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 201 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 549 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 77 L


 

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