1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 56 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, 1942 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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:
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Packard |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3440 mm |
