2005 Mercury Marauder vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (257 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1955 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:
2005 Mercury Marauder | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Mercury | Packard |
Model | Marauder | Carribean |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3240 mm |