2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Nissan | Packard |
| Model | Hardbody | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 77 L |
