2004 BMW 525 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.
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.
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2004 BMW 525 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
Make | BMW | Packard |
Model | 525 | 12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |