2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1234 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 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ6 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
