1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1134 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 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | R 360 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |