1956 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 55 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, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Carribean.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Carribean. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Packard | Audi |
| Model | Carribean | R8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2649 mm |
