1956 Packard Patrician vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 35 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400.
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, 1991 Rover 400, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Packard | Rover |
| Model | Patrician | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2560 mm |
