1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1935 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 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 360 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3001 mm |
