1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 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 2011 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 499 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Packard | Ford |
Model | Patrician | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1997 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |