1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is newer by 9 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 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 | 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Packard | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Carribean | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3130 mm |
