1974 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 18 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 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 255 kg more 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Brougham | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | Brougham | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5950 mm | 5580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3240 mm |
