1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 1095 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 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 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | R 360 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
