1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | R 360 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
