1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1953 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1953 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Packard |
| Model | Virage | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
