2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Packard Patrician. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | GMC | Packard |
| Model | Sierra | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
