1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrician | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2651 mm |
