1941 Packard 12 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 70 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | 12 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3193 mm |
