2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1296 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.
Because 1965 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Five Hundred | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
