1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 23 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 28 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Packard |
| Model | 2600 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
