2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Mazda | Packard |
| Model | BT-50 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
