1957 Packard Carribean vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Carribean.
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.
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1957 Packard Carribean | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Packard | Chevrolet |
Model | Carribean | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2685 mm |