1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster 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.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | R 360 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
