1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1966 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 865 kg more than 1960 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar E-Type | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | E-Type | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
