1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1949 Toyota SA
To start off, 1955 Packard Carribean is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Toyota SA would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1949 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1949 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1949 Toyota SA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Packard Carribean | 1949 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | Carribean | SA |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2410 mm |
