1960 Ferrari 850 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, both 1960 Ferrari 850 and 1960 Mazda R 360 were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 850 (72 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 850 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 850 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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:
| 1960 Ferrari 850 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
