2004 BMW 730 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 1410 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
