1944 Packard 12 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 39 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
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 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Packard | Volvo |
| Model | 12 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
