1996 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 40 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, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | S6 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
