1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 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 15 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
| Model | 300 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3440 mm |
