1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 34 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, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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:
| 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | F1 90 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3240 mm |
