1944 Packard 12 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 65 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12.
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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Packard | Panoz |
| Model | 12 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
