1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean 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 143 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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:
| 1955 Packard Carribean | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Packard | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Carribean | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2510 mm |
