2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 46 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (454 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Camaro | Patrician |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 286 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 549 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 77 L |