1941 Packard 12 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 55 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
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 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Packard | TVR |
| Model | 12 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2290 mm |
