2003 BMW 645 vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 46 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, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 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:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 645 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3240 mm |
