2005 BMW 320 vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1961 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
