1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR6 is newer by 21 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 202 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR6. 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 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Packard | Triumph |
| Model | Carribean | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2240 mm |
