2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 48 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
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:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | Astro | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |
