1971 Jensen SP vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1403 kg more than 1963 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | SP | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
