1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX 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 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 159 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SRX, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Packard | Cadillac |
Model | Patrician | SRX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 302 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |