1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 6 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 73 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Packard |
| Model | 1900 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
