2002 Acura NSX vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 1072 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | NSX | R 360 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |