1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 40 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1346 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R 360 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
