1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 172 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 232 kg more 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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrician | Beetle |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 170 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |