1943 Packard 12 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 67 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Packard | Cadillac |
| Model | 12 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
