2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 749 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-8 | R 360 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 235 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 | 1129 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |