2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | F-350 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 77 L |
