1941 Packard 12 vs. 1954 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1954 Packard Patrician is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,301 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
| 1941 Packard 12 | 1954 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Packard | Packard |
| Model | 12 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7301 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3230 mm |
