2009 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1955 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1955 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | M3 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3240 mm |
