2003 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 1282 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.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
