1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 41 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 971 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.
Because 1965 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R 360 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
