2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 268 kg more than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Ram | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 77 L |
