1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | AC | Packard |
| Model | Greyhound | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |
