1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is newer by 12 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 109 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. 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 | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Packard | Sunbeam |
| Model | Carribean | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2190 mm |
