1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Viper | 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
