2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Mercury | Packard |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 306 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3240 mm |
