1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is newer by 13 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, 1941 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Packard |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2424 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3440 mm |
