1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 SL | |
| Make | Packard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carribean | SL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2560 mm |
