1992 BMW 545 vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 50 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, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
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 545 | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 545 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
