1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 52 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 512 TR | 12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 7756 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3440 mm |
