1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 349 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Buick | Packard |
| Model | Riviera | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3240 mm |
