1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 33 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, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Packard |
Model | 365 GT4 | 12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |