1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 52 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, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Packard | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrician | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2810 mm |
