1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 51 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Packard | Panoz |
Model | Patrician | Esperante |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2700 mm |