1956 Packard Carribean vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Carribean.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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.
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1956 Packard Carribean | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Packard | Jaguar |
Model | Carribean | XJ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3157 mm |