2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Viper | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |
