2007 Kia Optima vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 1956 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 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima, 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Kia | Packard |
| Model | Optima | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 77 L |
