1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Patrician.
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 Packard Patrician | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Packard | Porsche |
Model | Patrician | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2360 mm |