2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Hyundai | Packard |
| Model | Sonata | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |
