1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1957 Packard Patrician is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 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 123 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62.
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:
| 1941 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | 62 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3240 mm |
