1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 55 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 163 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Packard | Mazda |
Model | Carribean | B2300 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2840 mm |