1941 Packard 12 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 70 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, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
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. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1941 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1941 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Packard 12 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Packard | Lexus |
| Model | 12 | IS |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2728 mm |
