1944 Packard 12 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 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. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Packard 12 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | 12 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3967 mm |
