2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 828 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 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
