1944 Packard 12 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 60 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Packard 12 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Packard | Porsche |
| Model | 12 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
