1944 Packard 12 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
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 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Packard | Tesla |
| Model | 12 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2352 mm |
