1943 Packard 12 vs. 1984 Zastava 750
To start off, 1984 Zastava 750 is newer by 41 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 141 more horse power than 1984 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1984 Zastava 750. 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 | 1984 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Packard | Zastava |
| Model | 12 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
