1957 Packard Carribean vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 22 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 155 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Packard | Peugeot |
| Model | Carribean | 505 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2750 mm |
