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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician.
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.
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2009 BMW 750 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | BMW | Packard |
Model | 750 | Patrician |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3240 mm |