1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 55 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Packard | Dodge |
| Model | Patrician | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3340 mm |
