1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1224 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 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1770 mm |
