2005 BMW 330 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 64 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, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 844 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 330 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3440 mm |
