2005 BMW 740 vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1555 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
