1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1770 mm |
