1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 47 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1155 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | R 360 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
