2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Packard Carribean. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 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.
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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Tahoe | Carribean |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3240 mm |