1956 Packard Carribean vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 56 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Acura ZDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Packard | Acura |
| Model | Carribean | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2751 mm |
