2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1963 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-8 | R 360 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |