1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2287 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | R 360 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
