1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | 62 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 77 L |
