2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 58 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
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. 2000 Chevrolet Express 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. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Express | 1942 Packard 12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Express | 12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 7755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |