1944 Packard 12 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 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 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
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. 2013 BMW M6 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. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Packard 12 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Packard | BMW |
| Model | 12 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2851 mm |
