2007 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 50 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, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 121 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 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | BMW | Packard |
Model | X5 | Patrician |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 77 L |