1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1110 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R 360 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
