1942 Packard 12 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 70 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 773 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 1942 Packard 12 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Packard | Ford |
| Model | 12 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7755 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
