2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 46 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Packard |
Model | Bravada | Patrician |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |