2008 BMW 130 vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 974 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 130 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
