2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1956 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1956 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | STS | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3240 mm |
