2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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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2009 Dodge Viper | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Dodge | Packard |
Model | Viper | Carribean |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |