1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 752 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | R 360 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2530 mm |