1956 Packard Patrician vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1956 Packard Patrician is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State.
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:
1956 Packard Patrician | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Packard | Studebaker |
Model | Patrician | President State |
Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3070 mm |