1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 57 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Packard | Volvo |
| Model | Patrician | S80 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2835 mm |
