1944 Packard 12 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1958 Talbot Lago America is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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:
| 1944 Packard 12 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Packard | Talbot |
| Model | 12 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
