1944 Packard 12 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 67 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
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 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Packard | Aston Martin |
| Model | 12 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2741 mm |
