1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 795 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1770 mm |
