1967 Alpine A vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1967 Alpine A is newer by 11 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 195 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A.
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:
| 1967 Alpine A | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Alpine | Packard |
| Model | A | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3240 mm |
