1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z9 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1770 mm |
