2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 61 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, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1052 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1944 Packard 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Packard 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Packard |
| Model | Tiburon | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
