2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Corvette | Patrician |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |