1990 Audi V8 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | V8 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
