1952 Packard Patrician vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
| 1952 Packard Patrician | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Packard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrician | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 380 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2580 mm |
