1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1960 Cadillac 62 is newer by 19 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, 1960 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1960 Cadillac 62.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Packard |
| Model | 62 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
