1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 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 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 649 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
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:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Packard |
| Model | Pantera | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |
