1956 Packard Carribean vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster 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 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | Carribean | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3023 mm |
