2005 BMW 318 vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 920 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, 2005 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
