1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1956 Packard Patrician is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Dodge Custom 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 105 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 605 kg more than 1955 Dodge Custom. 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:
1955 Dodge Custom | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Dodge | Packard |
Model | Custom | Patrician |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4424 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3240 mm |