1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 37 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1943 Packard 12. 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:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
| Model | 600 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3440 mm |
