1944 Packard 12 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 288 kg more than 1944 Packard 12.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Packard | Land Rover |
Model | 12 | Defender |
Year Released | 1944 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |