1941 Packard 12 vs. 1958 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1958 Triumph TR3 is newer by 17 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 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1958 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Packard | Triumph |
| Model | 12 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2240 mm |
