2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
| Model | E | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
