1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1963 Mazda R 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 995 kg more than 1963 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mazda R 360 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R 360 | SE |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |