1943 Packard 12 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 68 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, 1943 Packard 12 (174 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 946 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Packard | Subaru |
| Model | 12 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 170 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2616 mm |
