1944 Packard 12 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 45 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
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 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
