2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 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 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1957 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 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 Ford ST 460 | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | ST 460 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3240 mm |
