1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 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 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | R 360 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |