1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 15 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | 62 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
