2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 49 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Bugatti | Packard |
| Model | Chiron | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1580 mm |
