1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 48 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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:
| 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 328 GTS | 12 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |
