1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 47 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1435 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, 2007 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T 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 | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | R 360 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
