1956 Packard Carribean vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 183 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Packard Carribean is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Packard Carribean. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Packard | Honda |
| Model | Carribean | Stream |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2690 mm |
