2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 64 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1941 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1941 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 927 kg more than 2005 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:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Mustang | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |
