1941 Packard 12 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 71 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Packard | Chevrolet |
| Model | 12 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
