1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 328 GTS | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3240 mm |
