1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 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, 1968 Ford Fairlane (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane.
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:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Fairlane | 12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6550 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3440 mm |
