1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | R 360 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
