2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (476 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Corvette | Patrician |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 286 HP |
Torque | 476 Nm | 549 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |