1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 46 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 1405 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS 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 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | R 360 | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
