1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1957 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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1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
Model | CW | Carribean |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |