1999 Honda NSX vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 57 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, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Packard |
| Model | NSX | 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3440 mm |
