2000 Buick Cielo vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Buick Cielo 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Buick Cielo. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Cielo | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Buick | Packard |
Model | Cielo | Patrician |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 549 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2075 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3240 mm |