1944 Packard 12 vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1979 Reliant SE6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Packard 12 | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Packard | Reliant |
Model | 12 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |