2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 59 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 989 kg more than 2000 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:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Viper | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
