1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1590 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | R 360 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
