1992 BMW 540 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 32 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 1341 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.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 540 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
