1993 BMW M3 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 49 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, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
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:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | M3 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
