1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1957 Packard Patrician is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia 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 155 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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 Lancia Aurelia | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Lancia | Packard |
| Model | Aurelia | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3240 mm |
