1944 Packard 12 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 69 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Packard | Audi |
| Model | 12 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2914 mm |
