1957 Packard Carribean vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500.
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:
| 1957 Packard Carribean | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Packard | Triumph |
| Model | Carribean | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2460 mm |
