2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1375 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | R 360 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |