1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1968 Opel Olympia 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, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1634 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. 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:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1944 Packard 12 | |
Make | Opel | Packard |
Model | Olympia | 12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3440 mm |