2004 BMW 325 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 60 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, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 325 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
