2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1955 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Patrician.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1955 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Ram | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3240 mm |
