1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Ferrari | Packard |
Model | 256 F1 | Patrician |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3240 mm |