1987 Buick Estate vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,755 cc (12 cylinders), 1942 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate.
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. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1942 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1942 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Buick | Packard |
| Model | Estate | 12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
