1962 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1962 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Thunderbird (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Ford Thunderbird.
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:
| 1962 Ford Thunderbird | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Thunderbird | 12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
