1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
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:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Falcon | 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
