2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XKR | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
