1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 49 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 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1956 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:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Packard | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Patrician | Phantom |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3830 mm |