1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 42 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 846 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | R 360 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
