1952 Packard Patrician vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 54 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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. 1952 Packard Patrician has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1952 Packard Patrician will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Packard Patrician | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Packard | Porsche |
| Model | Patrician | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 604 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |
