2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1980 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
