2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1963 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 Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
