1983 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
