1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 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 53 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Falcon | 12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
