2004 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 48 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, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | A8 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
