1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 35 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster 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:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 512 TR | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |
