1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1955 Packard Carribean (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Packard Carribean. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | Carribean | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3250 mm |
