1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1372 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
