2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 52 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 592 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | Escalade | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
