1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 441 kg more than 1955 Packard Carribean. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Packard | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Carribean | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1641 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3820 mm |
