2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Packard |
| Model | Defender | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3440 mm |
