1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1426 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 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano 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 | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | R 360 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
