2009 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 53 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, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | A6 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
