1998 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 1065 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, 1998 BMW 318 (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
