1999 GMC Safari vs. 1952 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Packard Patrician 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:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1952 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | GMC | Packard |
| Model | Safari | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |
