1944 Packard 12 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 56 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 24 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1944 Packard 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Packard 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
