1942 Packard 12 vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,755 cc (12 cylinders), 1942 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 Packard 12 | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Packard | Vauxhall |
| Model | 12 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7755 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
