1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 54 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician.
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, 2010 Cadillac DTS, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Packard | Cadillac |
| Model | Patrician | DTS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2936 mm |
