2009 BMW 750 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | BMW | Packard |
Model | 750 | Patrician |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |