1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1405 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R 360 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
