1958 Maserati 350S vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1958 Maserati 350S 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (257 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 350S | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Maserati | Packard |
| Model | 350S | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3240 mm |
