1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Land Rover | Packard |
Model | Discovery | Patrician |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |