1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 965 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | R 360 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
