1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 47 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
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. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | Caprice | 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
