1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Patrician.
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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Packard | Chevrolet |
Model | Patrician | Silverado |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3645 mm |