1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 53 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Packard | Opel |
Model | Patrician | Antara |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |