1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Packard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carribean | S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3165 mm |
