2009 Audi TT vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 52 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | TT | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
