1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Crown Victoria | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 77 L |
