2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 982 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Mazda | Packard |
| Model | Etude | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 6135 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
