1992 Lexus SC vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1992 Lexus SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1965 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 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus SC | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1770 mm |
