1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 40 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1360 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 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 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 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2990 mm |
