1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 30 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6.
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:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Alpine | Packard |
| Model | V6 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3240 mm |
