1956 Packard Patrician vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 1983 Buick Century is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 1956 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Packard | Buick |
| Model | Patrician | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6135 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2664 mm |
