1966 Lotus Seven vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1966 Lotus Seven is newer by 10 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 233 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Seven | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Lotus | Packard |
| Model | Seven | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3240 mm |
