1944 Packard 12 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 61 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Packard | Pontiac |
| Model | 12 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
