2003 AC Cobra vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 47 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, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | AC | Packard |
Model | Cobra | Patrician |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3240 mm |