2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Lotus | Packard |
| Model | Elise | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3240 mm |
