2004 BMW 525 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1370 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | R 360 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |