1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1405 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R 360 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
