2000 BMW 325 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 904 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
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. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1941 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1941 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 325 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
