1944 Packard 12 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 68 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, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 1944 Packard 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Packard 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Packard | Seat |
| Model | 12 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
