1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit 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 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 113 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
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:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Lotus | Packard |
| Model | Esprit | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3240 mm |
