1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mazda R 360 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | R 360 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
