1955 Maserati 150S 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 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Maserati 150S. (138 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1955 Maserati 150S.
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 Maserati 150S | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Maserati | Packard |
| Model | 150S | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1484 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3240 mm |
