1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1960 Mazda R 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 550 A weights approximately 225 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 Mazda R 360 | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | R 360 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2110 mm |
