1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 53 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1644 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | R 360 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2992 mm |
