1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1960 Cadillac 62 is newer by 5 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | 62 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3240 mm |
