1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1350 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | R 360 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 89 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
