2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | Silverado | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 77 L |
