2009 BMW 125 vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,755 cc (12 cylinders), 1942 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | BMW | Packard |
| Model | 125 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
