1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 1340 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.
Because 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | R 360 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
