2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 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 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 374 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
| Model | SL | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3240 mm |
