1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 50 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 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Packard |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |
