1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 49 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), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 1472 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.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL 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 | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | R 360 | RL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
