1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1247 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | R 360 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
