1968 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 12 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 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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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1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Ferrari | Packard |
Model | 365 GTC | Patrician |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |