2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1330 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1770 mm |
