1943 Packard 12 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 64 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1943 Packard 12 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3190 mm |
