1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 16 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 111 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
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:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Packard |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3240 mm |
