1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Alpine | Packard |
| Model | A 106 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3440 mm |
