2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
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2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1943 Packard 12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Corvette | 12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |