2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 52 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure 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:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Bentley | Packard |
| Model | Azure | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3240 mm |
