1943 Packard 12 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 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 117 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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:
1943 Packard 12 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Packard | Toyota |
Model | 12 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1943 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2290 mm |