2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1960 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 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
