1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
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.
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1955 Packard Carribean | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Packard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carribean | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3665 mm |