1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 384 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Packard | Dodge |
Model | Patrician | Ram |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 552 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |