1944 Packard 12 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 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, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Packard | BMW |
| Model | 12 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
