2007 BMW M3 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | M3 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3440 mm |
