1957 Packard Carribean vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 45 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 114 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
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 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Packard | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carribean | Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2740 mm |
