2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 54 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 887 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Ram | Carribean |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3240 mm |
