1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | 62 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3240 mm |
