1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | Patrician | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3198 mm |
