Choosing the car with the right stuff

Posted by Lionel On 2013/9/5 19:54:57

As some of you might already know I have been searching for an 8 cylinder Packard for the 2016 Peking to Paris Rally. Thus far, I have been fortunate with lots of good and valuable feedback. I just received an email form one of the coordinators for the Endurance Rally Association suggesting that the car I select should be a late '30's 6 cylinder vehicle. He further indicate that the 8 cylinder car are much heavier, gas consumption, and steering on hard corners makes the car more challenging.

Can someone provide input on the reliability and drivability of the 6 cylinder versus the 8 cylinder Packard?

I do prefer the 8 cylinder, yet I need to make sure that I choose the right car.

I appreciate yours response. Dave, are we still on for the Mecum Auction in Dallas this weekend? If so, give me a buzz.

Lionel

Dallas, TX