2000 Lexus GS vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS 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. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Lexus | Packard |
Model | GS | Patrician |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |