1942 Packard 12 vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 63 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
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 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Packard | Panoz |
| Model | 12 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7755 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
