2005 Opel Astra vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 189 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Opel | Packard |
| Model | Astra | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 77 L |
