1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 56 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 1955 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Patrician.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Packard | Bugatti |
| Model | Patrician | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2710 mm |
