1957 Packard Carribean vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 1989 Tatra T613 is newer by 32 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 89 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613.
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 | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Packard | Tatra |
| Model | Carribean | T613 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2990 mm |
