2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 661 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Corvette | Patrician |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |