1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean.
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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Packard | Porsche |
| Model | Carribean | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2360 mm |
