1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 43 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Packard |
| Model | Vantage | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2075 kg |
