1956 Packard Carribean vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1978 ZIL 117 is newer by 22 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 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1956 Packard Carribean.
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 | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Packard | ZIL |
| Model | Carribean | 117 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3310 mm |
