1946 Maserati 4 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1946 Maserati 4 is newer by 2 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, 1946 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1946 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Maserati 4 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Maserati | Packard |
| Model | 4 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
