2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 50 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Packard |
| Model | GT | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
