1985 BMW 324 vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 20 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 876 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 324 | R 360 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |