1956 Packard Carribean vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1469 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1956 Packard Carribean | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | Carribean | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2290 mm |
