1942 Buick 40 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1943 Packard 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Packard 12 (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1942 Buick 40. 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:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Buick | Packard |
| Model | 40 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
