2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
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2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Corvette | Carribean |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3240 mm |