1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Packard |
| Model | 100 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3240 mm |
