1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 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 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | Carribean | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3967 mm |
