1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1961 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Lagonda | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1770 mm |
