2004 Opel Signum vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum 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 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Opel | Packard |
| Model | Signum | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 77 L |
