2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 53 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (438 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Buick | Packard |
Model | LaCrosse | Patrician |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |