1943 Packard 12 vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 58 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, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
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. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1943 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1943 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Packard 12 | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
