2008 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 51 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | A8 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
