1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mazda R 360 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | R 360 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2360 mm |
