1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1956 Packard Carribean is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 699 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Packard |
| Model | 6C | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3240 mm |
