1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda R 360 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R 360 | C |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |