1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 28 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Avanti | Packard |
Model | Avanti | Patrician |
Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3240 mm |