1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 44 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, 1941 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 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:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Packard |
| Model | 300 ZX | 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3440 mm |
