2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 67 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1942 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Packard |
| Model | B2300 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 7755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
