2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 50 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (257 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Lotus | Packard |
| Model | Exige | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3240 mm |
