1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 2020 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 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 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | R 360 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 125 L |
