1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1943 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1943 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Buick | Packard |
| Model | Riviera | 12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
