1949 Buick 40 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1956 Packard Patrician is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 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 172 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 380 kg more than 1949 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
1949 Buick 40 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Buick | Packard |
Model | 40 | Patrician |
Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2075 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3240 mm |