1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2005 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Westfield ZEI 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 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 2005 Westfield ZEI. (173 HP @ 9800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2005 Westfield ZEI.
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 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Packard | Westfield |
| Model | Patrician | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2340 mm |
