1957 BMW 502 vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,755 cc (12 cylinders), 1942 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 502 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
