1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 7 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (257 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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.
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1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Ferrari | Packard |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Carribean |
Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3240 mm |