1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 57 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 94 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Packard | Dodge |
| Model | Carribean | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2900 mm |
