1995 BMW S3 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 1345 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | S3 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1770 mm |
