1944 Packard 12 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 66 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Packard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 12 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2649 mm |
