2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Maserati | Packard |
| Model | Spyder | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |
