1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 23 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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.
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1965 Maserati Mistral | 1942 Packard 12 | |
Make | Maserati | Packard |
Model | Mistral | 12 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 7755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3440 mm |