1956 Packard Carribean vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana 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 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Packard | GMC |
| Model | Carribean | Savana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3429 mm |
