1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Packard Carribean. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Packard | Porsche |
| Model | Carribean | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2350 mm |
