2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Jaguar | Packard |
Model | S-Type | Patrician |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 77 L |