2007 BMW 550 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 64 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, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1943 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1943 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 550 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
Make | BMW | Packard |
Model | 550 | 12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |