1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1955 Packard Carribean is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
| Model | 320 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3240 mm |
