2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS 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) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Lincoln | Packard |
Model | LS | Patrician |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 286 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |