1958 Maserati 250 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1958 Maserati 250 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, 1958 Maserati 250 (193 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1958 Maserati 250.
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 Maserati 250 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Maserati | Packard |
| Model | 250 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2424 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3440 mm |
