2006 Acura MDX vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 50 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, 1956 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 674 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Carribean. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Acura | Packard |
| Model | MDX | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
