2004 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 148 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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, 2004 Audi A6, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | A6 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
