2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 63 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
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 Maserati GranSport | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Maserati | Packard |
| Model | GranSport | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
