1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 39 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, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 519 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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1994 Jaguar XJS | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Jaguar | Packard |
Model | XJS | Carribean |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3240 mm |