1992 BMW 538 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 48 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, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
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:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 538 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
