1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1432 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | R 360 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
