1981 BMW 745 vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 18 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 1210 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
