2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 43 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Packard Carribean. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | SSR | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3240 mm |
