1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1979 Porsche 928 is newer by 24 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 11 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 928. (295 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 799 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928. 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 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Packard | Porsche |
| Model | Carribean | 928 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2510 mm |
