1941 Packard 12 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1961 Volvo 120 is newer by 20 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) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1429 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. 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 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Packard | Volvo |
| Model | 12 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
