1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 33 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 719 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | Testarossa | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |
