1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 58 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 409 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Packard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carribean | E |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2874 mm |
