2007 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 1070 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
