1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana.
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 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Packard | GMC |
| Model | Patrician | Savana |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3429 mm |
