2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 941 kg more than 1965 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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
