1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2000 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1770 mm |
